As of March 27, 2020, 217 million Americans across 23 states, 84 counties, 17 cities and one territory formally are being urged by government officials to stay home. (Source: NY Times). The economic effects are reflected in last week’s record-breaking 3.3 million...
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Research and CommentariesAn Acceleration of Effects | March 16 – 20, 2020
As of March 20, The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed 209,839 cases of people testing positive for COVID-19 across 168 countries and territories, a significant increase from what was reported just one week ago. As the number of cases and deaths increases,...
Market Volatility | March 9 – 15, 2020
Last week was defined by market volatility, fledgling government policy responses, and a broader adoption of social distancing, both voluntary and directed. All markets have been volatile, with the 10 Year US Treasury yield moving from 0.54% on Monday to 0.96% by end...
Equity Markets | March 2 – 6, 2020
For the week ending Friday, March 6, 2020, the equity markets were extremely volatile and yet ended the week +0.5%. The market digested a surprise rate cut from the US Federal Reserve, increasing cases of COVID-19 globally, unexpected Super Tuesday primary results in...
Addressing Gender Disparities
At Syntrinsic, we applaud many of the nonprofit organizations who address the gender disparities in our society and create opportunities to empower, build community, and educate women and girls.In celebration of Women’s History Month in March and in recognition of the...